I am a Working Woman

Time… it’s one of the most important things that we have in this world. Unfortunately, most of us don’t really know how to make time work for us. We’re always hurrying to an appointment, chasing deadlines, and complaining that we don’t have time enough for ourselves and our loved ones. Honestly, it was only through [...]

I hate surprises. I hate wasting time. And that’s why, I think, I’ve become such an obsessive planner. Whenever I can, I map out everything in my agenda. I have three different calendars, all of which I update regularly. Because I have so many things on my plate, I need to constantly remind myself of [...]

Many years ago, I met a longtime friend whose son was studying at Ateneo, one of the top three schools in the Philippines. I told her that I want my children to study at Ateneo as well someday. All she said was, “Let’s see.” At that time, we were nowhere near where we stand now, [...]

When I interview possible franchisees for AHEAD Tutorial & Review Center, I always look at whether the person shares the same passion I have for education. Cecille Cuna, who runs an AHEAD franchise in the Philippines, is one such person. In my book, she is one of our star franchisees. Whenever I visit her branch, [...]

Motherhood is a 24/7 job with no holidays. You’re a mom from Monday to Sunday whether you’re sick, sad, or sleepy. And whether your child is one or 41, you’ll still be his mom. I am a mom four times over. Paolo and Nicolo, Darla and Meg—they are my sweethearts, the stars that light up [...]